Heatwaves, drought and dairy resilience: How farmers are coping in 2026

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Aug 19, 202641:08Technology

This summer’s definitely been one to remember, with heatwaves rolling through and barely a drop of rain in sight for some. On this week’s AG Show, we catch up with Norfolk pig farmer Rob McGregor to hear how he’s been ke...

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